Cell Systems and Anatomy

The Master of Science degree in Cell Systems and Anatomy offers training in areas of anatomical sciences and biotechnology. The curriculum prepares students seeking a Master of Science degree for a fulfilling biomedical career, in academic, industrial or clinical settings. The overall mission of the program is to prepare the next generation of life-long learners and critical thinkers to design and execute innovative basic and translational research, and to address the most important and challenging knowledge gaps in basic biology, human health, and disease.

Admission Requirements

- Bachelor's degree with a Natural Science major (to include general biology, general chemistry, general physics and calculus)

- Undergraduate grade point average of at least 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale)

- A minimum score of 308 (1200 on the old scale) in the GRE (verbal + quantitative) is preferred

About the Program

There are two parallel tracks in the Program: Anatomical Sciences and Biotechnology Tracks with some overlapping requirements but distinct curricula. The program of graduate study (i.e. the track elected) leading to the Master's Degree will depend upon the student and the professional career for which the student is preparing.

The Anatomical Sciences track is a non-thesis track and does not require laboratory research. The program provides unique opportunities to teach and tutor medical, dental, and other health professions students. Over 40 percent of graduates moved on to medical or dental school in past five years.

The Biotechnology track focuses on using cutting-edge biotechnology available including Next-Gen sequencing, optical imaging in live cells and animals. Over 80 percent of graduates in last five years now working at major biotech/pharmaceutical companies and academic institutions.